Anita Russell

Anita Russell

MEd, CPLC, JMTPA, US

DISRUPT limiting beliefs.

EMPOWER critical self-reflection. 

ACTIVATE personal transformation. 

Break down barriers and unleash your true potential. And your life will be forever changed.

ANITA D RUSSELL  COACH | SPEAKER | AUTHOR | PODCASTER

Anita is passionate about doing BIG things—building community, inspiring change, and getting voices heard. She is the Founder/Principal of The Place to SOAR LLC, a social enterprise dedicated to cultivating change through daily growth and personal development for the purpose of unveiling human potential. She serves individuals in one-on-one and group coaching, and companies for employee coaching. Anita is also an independent author with multiple bestsellers to her credit. 

ACTIVISM THROUGH COACHING MODEL

Anita's Activism Through Coaching model is creating a brave space for conversations about racism, personal transformation, accountability, and social change. This model includes the InflexionPoint Podcast, which airs on Transformation Talk Radio. The podcast is dedicated to creating space for courageous conversations on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, antiracism activation, empowering community conversations, and leadership development. Check it out to join the conversation and learn how you can make a difference.

BUSINESS CONNECTIONS

Anita is a true powerhouse in the business world, with a passion for connecting and empowering women and Black-owned businesses. As the Global Business Connector for Women Speakers Association and Regional VP of the U.S. Coalition of Black Women Businesses, she is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Anita's commitment to community is equally impressive. She serves as VP of Media Relations for the Edna B. McKenzie Pittsburgh Branch of the Association for African American Life and History (ASALH), and is a board member of OMA Center for Mind, Body, Spirit. Her expertise and leadership have also led her to facilitate the Antiracism Incubator Cohort for The Forbes Fund in Pittsburgh PA, in addition to serving as an On Call Facilitator at the Center for Creative Leadership.

PUBLICATIONS

Cultivating Change from the Inside Out: The Power of Being Human

Voices of the 21st Century: Resilient Women Who Rise and Make a Difference

Voices of the 21st Century: Bold, Brave, and Brilliant Women Who Make a Differnce

I Wanna See Laney's House: A Sibling Story

ANITA D RUSSELL  COACH | SPEAKER | AUTHOR | PODCASTER

Anita is passionate about doing BIG things—building community, inspiring change, and getting voices heard. She is the Founder/Principal of The Place to SOAR LLC, a social enterprise dedicated to cultivating change through daily growth and personal development for the purpose of unveiling human potential. She serves individuals in one-on-one and group coaching, and companies for employee coaching. Anita is also an independent author with multiple bestsellers to her credit. 

ACTIVISM THROUGH COACHING MODEL

Anita's Activism Through Coaching model is creating a brave space for conversations about racism, personal transformation, accountability, and social change. This model includes the InflexionPoint Podcast, which airs on Transformation Talk Radio. The podcast is dedicated to creating space for courageous conversations on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, antiracism activation, empowering community conversations, and leadership development. Check it out to join the conversation and learn how you can make a difference.

BUSINESS CONNECTIONS

Anita is a true powerhouse in the business world, with a passion for connecting and empowering women and Black-owned businesses. As the Global Business Connector for Women Speakers Association and Regional VP of the U.S. Coalition of Black Women Businesses, she is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Anita's commitment to community is equally impressive. She serves as VP of Media Relations for the Edna B. McKenzie Pittsburgh Branch of the Association for African American Life and History (ASALH), and is a board member of OMA Center for Mind, Body, Spirit. Her expertise and leadership have also led her to facilitate the Antiracism Incubator Cohort for The Forbes Fund in Pittsburgh PA, in addition to serving as an On Call Facilitator at the Center for Creative Leadership.

PUBLICATIONS

Cultivating Change from the Inside Out: The Power of Being Human

Voices of the 21st Century: Resilient Women Who Rise and Make a Difference

Voices of the 21st Century: Bold, Brave, and Brilliant Women Who Make a Differnce

I Wanna See Laney's House: A Sibling Story

Antiracism Incubator Cohort

Format: 10-Week Antiracism Incubator Program

FULL PROGRAM DELIVERED VIRTUALLY OR IN PERSON IN THE PITTSBURGH PA REGION ONLY

(Modified format available for smaller delivery, e.g., workshop)


This program is perfect for:

  • Individuals
  • Businesses
  • Nonprofit organizations


Full 10-week Antiracism Incubator Experience | Maximum 10 Member...

Inspirational / Life-changing

21st Century Black Resistance: Antiracism Activation Through Conversation

Delivery in Multiple Formate: 

This Signature Talk can be adjusted for delivery in multiple formats including keynote presentation, workshop, lunch-n-learn, and webinar


Deliberate and intentional approach to cultivating a culture of antiracism:

  • EDI sustainability 
  • Leadership development
  • Personal transformation

 

Participants in the program are empowered...

CoachingLeadershipAudience ActivityEducational / InformativeInspirational / Life-changing

Personal Impact Mastermind: 6 Keys to Nurture, Grow and Empower Your Life

The Ultimate Personal Impact Mastermind Program 

The Mastermind is designed for those who feel stuck, unfulfilled, or uninspired. Discover how you can cultivate change from the inside out to cultivate change and impact personal transformation.

  • Design. Group limited to 15 participants for maximum impact, peer-to-peer support, and coaching. Meets for 3 hours a week for 8 weeks (1.5 hr Active...
CoachingPersonal DevelopmentAudience ActivityEducational / InformativeInspirational / Life-changing

Cultivating Change from the Inside Out

Format: 
The program can be delivered in multiple formats.Choose this program to explore two questions:

  • What would happen if we studied what is right with people instead what is wrong with people?
  • What if we were to empower human development in a way that unleashes full potential? 


Delivery Options:

  • 45-60 min keynote
  • 2 hour breakout...
CoachingPersonal DevelopmentAudience ActivityEducational / InformativeInspirational / Life-changing

The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth

This program can be modified and delivered in multiple formats:

  • 45-60 minute keynote
  • 2 hour breakout session
  • Half-day workshop
  • 1-2 day workshop


This immersive program reminds participants that "potential" is one of the most powerful words in any language. A person's potential implies possibilities, heralds hope and unveils greatness.

Participants will benefit by learning the importance...

CoachingPersonal DevelopmentAudience ActivityEducational / InformativeInspirational / Life-changing

Developing the Leader Within You

Developing the Leader Within You

On this topic, John C. Maxwell, author of Developing the Leader Within You 2.0 says, "My greatest discovery in forty years of leading: Leadership can be developed."

Consider this: How would your life change if your influence increased, your workload decreased, and you focused on developing your strengths? In this workshop you will receive everything you need to take a significant step in your leadership journey,...

CoachingPersonal DevelopmentAudience ActivityEducational / InformativeInspirational / Life-changing